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RANCHO CUCAMONGA
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, CITY COUNCIL
CLOSED SESSION MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER
The Rancho Cucamonga Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council held a
closed session on Wednesday, December 21, 2011 in the Council Chambers at the Civic Center
located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. The meeting was called to
order at 5:00 p.m. by Chairman/President/Mayor L. Dennis Michael.
Present were Agency/DistricUCouncil Members: Bill Alexander, Diane Williams, Vice Chairman/Vice
PresidenUMayor Pro Tem Sam Spagnolo and Chairman/President/Mayor L. Dennis Michael.
Also present were: John Gillison, City Manager; James Troyer, Planning Director; Debra McKay,
Records Manager/Assistant City Clerk and Shirr'I Griffin, Deputy City Clerk.
B. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S)
The following closed session items are being considered:
D1. CONFERENCE WITH PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION
54956.8 FOR PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF ETIWANDA
AVENUE, NORTH OF BASE LINE ROAD, IDENTIFIED AS 7150 ETIWANDA AVENUE;
NEGOTIATING PARTIES: LINDA D. DANIELS, ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER, CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA; AND GWEN FROST, PRESIDENT OF THE ETIWANDA
HISTORICAL SOCIETY- RDA
D2. LABOR NEGOTIATIONS PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54954.2 TO GIVE CHRIS
PAXTON, HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR, DIRECTION IN REGARDS TO THE MEET
AND CONFER PROCESS-FIRE, CITY
John Gillison, City Manager, noted the need to add one item regarding anticipated litigation to the
Closed Session agenda.
M/S Alexander/Williams to add the following item to the Closed Session agenda as the matter was
urgent in nature and arose after the agenda was prepared. The motion was carried 4-0-1, Council
Member Buquet was absent.
D3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -ANTICIPATED LITIGATION PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9c -ONE POTENTIAL CASE -City
C. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S)
No persons were present wishing to speak.
D. RECESS
The closed session recessed at 5:02 p.m. to the Tapia Room.
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E. CONDUCT OF CLOSED SESSION - TAPIA ROOM
Present were Agency/DistricUCouncil Members: Bill Alexander, Chuck Buquet, Diane Williams,
Vice Chairman/Vice PresidenUMayor Pro Tem Sam Spagnolo and Chairman/PresidenUMayor L.
Dennis Michael. The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Chairman/PresidenUMayor L.
Dennis Michael.
Also present were: John Gillison, City Manager; D. Craig Fox, Deputy City Attorney and Linda
Daniels, Assistant City Manager.
E. CITY MANAGER ANNOUNCEMENTS
No announcements were made.
F. RECESS
The closed session recessed at 6:30 p.m. with no action taken.
G. REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meetings of the Rancho Cucamonga Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District, Financing
Authority and City Council reconvened in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center located at 10500
Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. Chairman/PresidenUChairman/Mayor L. Dennis
Michael called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Present were Agency Members/Board Members/Board Members/Council Members: Bill Alexander,
Chuck Buquet, Diane Williams, Vice ChairmanNice President/Vice Chairman/Mayor Pro Tem Sam
Spagnolo and Chairman/PresidenUChairman/Mayor L. Dennis Michael.
Also present were: John Gillison, City Manager; D. Craig Fox, Deputy City Attorney; Linda Daniels,
Assistant City Manager; Bill Wittkopf, Public Works Services Director; Trang Huynh, Building and
Safety Services Director; Robert Karatsu, Library Director; Mark Steuer, Director of Engineering
Services; Police Chief Mike Newcombe; James Troyer, Planning Director; Veronica Fincher, Animal
Services Director; Debra McKay, Records Manager/Assistant City Clerk and Shirr'I Griffin, Deputy
City Clerk.
H. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
H1. Presentation of Certificates of Appreciation to Rod and Tina Gilfry.
Mayor Michael presented certificates of appreciation to the Gilfry family.
H2. Presentation to Deputies Cundieff and Rayenhartz.
Mayor Michael commended Deputies Cundieff and Rayenhartz for a recent incident involving the
apprehension of suspects robbing a jewelry store.
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I. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
11. Ed Dietl reported a recent comment that all of the historic preservation activists should get
together and noted that there is a Historic Preservation Association of Rancho Cucamonga. Mr. Dietl
stressed the need for the Historic Preservation and Planning Commission to be more active in historic
preservation.
12. Jim Fettig announced that the VFW was hosting a Christmas dinner this year that is open to the
needy in the community.
13. John Lyons noted the recent retirement of Kathy Scott and commended her for her service to the
City. He spoke about his radio show and encouraged everyone to shop and dine in Rancho
Cucamonga
CONSENT CALENDARS:
The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. They
will be acted upon by the Agency/Fire Board/Authority Board/Council at one time without
discussion. Any item may be removed by an Agency/Fire Board/Authority Board/Council
Member for discussion.
J. CONSENT CALENDAR -REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
J1. Approval of Minutes: December 7, 2011 (Regular Meeting)
J2. Approval of Check Register dated November 13, 2011 through December 13, 2011, for the
total amount of $234,910.58.
J3. Approve to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of November 30, 2011.
J4. Approval to accept the "Storm Drain Lift Station Maintenance Project," Contract No. RA11-
004/C011-047, as complete, release the bonds, accept a maintenance bond; approve the
Resolution authorizing the Public Works Services Director to file a Notice of Completion,
release the retention, and approve the final contract amount of $81,442.30.
RESOLUTION NO. RA 11-020
A RESOLUTION OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE STORM DRAIN LIFT STATION
MAINTENANCE PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A
NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK
MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Williams to approve the staff recommendations in the
staff reports. Motion carried 5-0.
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K. CONSENT CALENDAR -FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
K1. Approval of Minutes: December 7, 2011 (Regular Meeting)
K2. Approval of Check Register dated November 30, 2011 through December 13, 2011, for the
total amount of $83,856.44.
K3. Approval to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of November 30, 2011.
MOTION: Moved by Buquet, seconded by Alexander, to approve the staff recommendations in the
staff reports. Motion carried 5-0.
L. CONSENT CALENDAR -PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
L1. Approval of Minutes: December 7, 2011 (Regular Meeting)
MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Buquet, to approve the minutes. Motion carried 5-0.
M. CONSENT CALENDAR -CITY COUNCIL
M1. Approval of Minutes: December 7, 2011 (Regular Meeting)
M2. Approval of Check Register dated November 30, 2011 through December 13, 2011, and
payroll ending December 13, 2011, for the total amount of $5,957,830.26.
M3. Approval to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of November 30, 2011.
M4. Approval to receive the Community Services Update.
M5. Approval of 2012 Legislative Priorities.
M6. Approval to accept the bids received and award and authorize the execution of the contract
in the amount of $51,755.60 to the lowest responsive bidder, FS Construction (CO 11-189),
and authorize the expenditure of a 10% contingency in the amount of $5,175.56 for the
Etiwanda Avenue and 4th Street Sidewalk improvements, to be funded from Account Nos.
11333035650/1717133-0, 18820002314 AND 11393035650/1780139-0.
M87. Approval to accept the "Storm Drain Lift Station Maintenance Project," Contract C011-
047/RA11-004, as complete, release the bonds, accept a maintenance bond; approve the
Resolution authorizing the Public Works Services Director to file a Notice of Completion,
release the retention, and approve the final contract amount of $81,442.30.
RESOLUTION NO. 11-181
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE STORM DRAIN LIFT STATION
MAINTENANCE PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A
NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK
MOTION: Moved by Alexander, seconded by Williams to approve the staff recommendations in the
staff reports. Motion carried 5-0.
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N. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS
FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
The following items have been advertised and/or posted as public hearings as required by
law. The Chair will open the meeting to receive public testimony.
N1.
ELECTORS.
RESOLUTION NO. FD 11-052
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE RANCHO
CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING CERTAIN DETERMINATIONS
REGARDING THE PROPOSED ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY
(ANNEXATION NO. 11-5) TO AN EXISTING COMMUNITY FACILITIES
DISTRICT (CFD 85-1) AND CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION AND
AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES
TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF SUCH TERRITORY
John Gillison, Executive Director; presented the staff report.
Chairman Michael opened the public hearing. With no one wishing to speak, Chairman Michael
closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Moved by Alexander, seconded by Spagnolo to adopt Resolution No. FD 11-052. Motion
carried 5-0.
O. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS
CITY COUNCIL
The following items have been advertised and/or posted as public hearings as required by
law. The Mayor will open the meeting to receive public testimony.
01. CONSIDERATION OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE WILSON
AVENUE EXTENSION -EAST AVENUE AND WARDMAN-BULLOCK ROAD PROJECT
RESOLUTION NO. 11-182
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE ENVIRONMENTAL
FINDINGS PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT, CERTIFYING THE FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
REPORT FOR THE WILSON AVENUE EXTENSION -EAST AVENUE
TO WARDMAN-BULLOCK ROAD PROJECT (SCH 2008071044),
ADOPTING A STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS, AND
ADOPTING A MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING
PROGRAM
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Mark Steuer, Director of Engineering Services, presented the staff report.
Mayor Michael opened the public hearing.
John Lyons congratulated the City Council on the successful completion of the project.
Mayor Michael closed the public hearing.
Council Member Buquet noted that this project is scaled down from the initial version due to
regulations by the Department of Fish and Game. In response to Mayor Michael, Mr. Steuer indicated
that this project would be completed in early Fall of 2012.
MOTION: Moved by Buquet, seconded by Williams to adopt Resolution No. 11-082. Motion carried
5-0.
02.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING A RENEWABLE
ENERGY RESOURCES PROCUREMENT PLAN AND ENFORCEMENT
PROGRAM PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA SENATE BILL X1-2
Fred Lyn, Utility Divisions Manager, presented the staff report.
Mayor Michael opened the public hearing. With no one wishing to speak, Mayor Michael closed the
public hearing.
MOTION: Moved by Alexander, seconded by Williams o adopt Resolution No. 11-083. Motion carried
5-0.
P. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORTS -CITY COUNCIL
P1. UPDATE ON DECEMBER CITY-WIDE WIND EVENT
Bill Wittkopf, Public Works Services Director and Dean Rodia, Parks and Landscape Maintenance
Superintendent, provided an update on the December City-wide wind event and the removal of trees
along Hellman Avenue.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Spagnolo, the Director indicated that the two remaining diseased trees
would be removed in January. In response to Council Member Buquet, he discussed the tree
structure of the diseased trees.
In response to Council Member Williams, Mr. Wittkopf indicated that staff is in the process of getting
the word out to the business community about the aid that is available to them.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Spagnolo, the Director confirmed that all of the trees in the City right
of way are inspected. Mr. Wittkopf stressed that the Department did not want to remove trees
unnecessarily.
Mayor Michael recalled the meeting in which the trees on Hellman were declared historic. He noted
that regardless of the status, trees that are a threat to public safety can be removed at any time. This
was noted at that meeting. He noted for the record that there are not plans in the next 4-5 years to
widen Hellman Avenue.
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RESOLUTION NO. 11-183
Luella Hernandez addressed the trees on Hellman that were granted historic status. She noted that
several of these trees were removed without warning. Ms. Hernandez disagreed that the trees were
diseased and provided pictures and information regarding this concern.
Ed Dietl inquired about replacement of the downed trees. He wondered if irrigation would be put in
and asked about the cost.
John Lyons thanked the City for doing a fine job during the recent windstorm. He noted that safety of
the community is the priority.
P2.
Linda Daniels, Assistant City Manager, presented the staff report.
Mayor Michael asked for a copy of the presentation.
MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Buquet, to approve the recommendation in the staff
report. Motion carried 5-0.
~ Q. COUNCIL BUSINESS
01. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS (Comments to be limited to three minutes per Council
Member.)
Mayor Michael noted that Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director, also retired this week and
wished Kathy Scott and Mr. McArdle the best. He reported that City Hall will be closed from
December 22, 2011 to January 3, 2012 as a cost savings measure. The January 4, 2012 Council
meeting has been cancelled.
R. IDENTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING
No items were identified.
S. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Michael adjourned the meeting at 9:07 p.m. in memory of Steve Holtrust, Ontario Deputy
Fire Chief (Retired).
Respectfully submitted,
De -a L. McKay, MMC
Assistant City Clerk/Records Manager
Approved: January 18, 2012
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